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The paradox of power

Optimally Irrational • 50 implied HN points • 13 Feb 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Power Dynamics Alliances Coalition building Political strategy International relations
  1. Powerful players often face the risk of others banding together against them. People see a strong player as a threat and may act to limit their power.
  2. Trust is essential for maintaining coalitions. If powerful players break promises or act unpredictably, they can lose their allies and influence.
  3. Strong alliances are built on historical trust and cooperation. Countries like the US have managed to stay influential by being reliable partners to others.

On the world historical importance of pandering to middle-class, middle-brow, mid-western voters

Writing from London • 727 implied HN points • 14 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics American Politics Democracy Extremism Coalition building
  1. Pandering to middle-class, middle-brow, mid-western voters is historically significant
  2. Anti-fascist strategy involves building a wide coalition, compromising, and engaging with moderate conservatives
  3. Engaging in constructive arguments and being open to changing opinions is crucial

Chapter 8: Think And Talk About Opponents As Little As Possible | Building YIMBYs of NoVA

Cornerstone • 59 implied HN points • 16 Jun 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Advocacy Housing Coalition building Public Discourse
  1. Think and talk about opponents as little as possible to avoid validating them and looking threatened.
  2. Focus on staying positive and productive despite attacks or intimidation. Do not take the bait.
  3. Respect opponents by understanding their motivations and where they are coming from, aiming to outmaneuver rather than dehumanize them.

The game theory of the Republican speakership crisis

Matt’s Five Points • 39 implied HN points • 18 Oct 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Political strategy Congress Party Dynamics Leadership Coalition building
  1. The Republican Party is struggling to choose a Speaker because there are deep divisions within the party. This makes it hard to find a candidate everyone can support.
  2. The Freedom Caucus, a group of more extreme Republicans, has a lot of power and has been blocking proposals from the GOP leadership. They are willing to play hardball, which can hurt the party's ability to govern.
  3. Finding a new Speaker isn't just about winning a vote; it's about forming a strong coalition. Without a stable majority backing, the Speaker's power is weak, making it tough for any leader to move forward effectively.
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Chapter 9: Build A Coalition By Being Authentic | Building YIMBYs of NoVA

Cornerstone • 19 implied HN points • 20 Jun 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Activism Coalition building Policy Community Organizing Advocacy
  1. Building successful coalitions requires meeting with others, finding common ground, and staying true to your group's vision and values.
  2. Coalition-building involves reaching out to organizations with shared values and helping them achieve their goals while also maintaining authenticity.
  3. Being part of a coalition may require making sacrifices, but it can be incredibly rewarding and effective in achieving common objectives.